Title of article :
Exploring the Determinants of Caries Experiences and Nutri-tional Status among Children with Cerebral Palsy
Author/Authors :
RATHMAWATI, Ahmad School of Dental Sciences & Cerebral Palsy Research Cluster - Universiti Sains Malaysia - Kelantan, Malaysia , NORMASTURA, Abd Rahman School of Dental Sciences & Cerebral Palsy Research Cluster - Universiti Sains Malaysia - Kelantan, Malaysia , RUHAYA, Hasan School of Dental Sciences & Cerebral Palsy Research Cluster - Universiti Sains Malaysia - Kelantan, Malaysia
Abstract :
Cerebral palsy (CP) is a permanent neurological dis-order and reported as the most common motor dis-ability among children that persisting throughout their lifespan. Children with CP (CWCP) reported to have significantly more dental caries and periodontal disease and impaired nutritional status compared to the normal peers (1,2). Parents/caregivers play an important role in maintaining their children oral health and nutrition (3).
Keywords :
Cerebral Palsy , CWCP , CFF , CP , Determinants
Journal title :
Iranian Journal of Public Health
